510(k) · Cleared
ClearedTLC Models Ulk-H and Ult-H Infrared Lamps
Data to Oct 25, 2026 (FDA decisions) Oct 12, 2026 (recalls) Sep 30, 2026 (MAUDE) refreshed weekly
Tlc Marketing, Inc. · ILY Lamp, Infrared, Therapeutic Heating
Cleared on Nov 20, 2003 as substantially equivalent to K020851 (C&H International, 2002) after a 52-day review. Its family tree reaches back 2 generations to 1988.
- Decided
- Nov 20, 2003
- Review
- 52 days
- Class
- Class II
- Product code
- ILY
- Recalls
- None
- Predicates
- 1
Its longest line of descent runs back 2 generations to K875052 (1988). 6 ancestors in all. No later device cites it as a predicate yet.
View FIG. 1 as a table
Line of descent and top descendants
| Generation | Number | Device | Applicant | Decided | Recalls |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| −2 | K875052 | TDP, Lark Brand and Mit Lamp | I.E.C. Co. | 1988 | — |
| −1 | K020851 | TDP Heat Lamp or Infrared Heating Lamp, Models CQG-S1, CQG-111A/B, CQG-222A/B… | C&H International | 2002 | — |
| 0 (this device) | K033035 | TLC Models Ulk-H and Ult-H Infrared Lamps | Tlc Marketing, Inc. | 2003 | — |
Other ancestors by year cleared
| Year cleared | Devices | With a Class I recall |
|---|---|---|
| 1989 | 1 | 0 |
| 1996 | 1 | 0 |
| 1999 | 1 | 0 |
| 2001 | 1 | 0 |
Sources: FDA 510(k) database (decision fields), the FDA summary (predicates and indications), FDA recall and enforcement reports, and MAUDE; processed by 510(k) Report. Verify on FDA.gov · Methodology and accuracy.
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Top candidate predicates for a new ILY device
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What was it cleared against? (1)
Devices the submitter claimed this one is substantially equivalent to (*), and reference devices cited for a specific test or feature (†), as written in the FDA summary.
| Type | Number | Device | Decided |
|---|---|---|---|
| * | K020851 | TDP Heat Lamp or Infrared Heating Lamp, Models CQG-S1, CQG-111A/B, CQG-222A/B… | 2002 |
What descends from it?
No later submission names this one as a predicate yet.
Has anything in its family been recalled? (0 Class I)
No FDA recall names this device.
No ancestor or descendant has a Class I recall.
What does this lineage say?
- The line of descent spans 15 years and passes through 3 companies; a new generation was cleared every 14.3 years on median.
- None of the 6 ancestors has a recall.
- 4 other devices also cite its predicate K020851.
How does its category compare?
All ILY devicesILY Lamp, Infrared, Therapeutic Heating: FDA decisions, review times, recalls and adverse event reports over 20 years.
FDA decisions per year · ILY
1in 2025
2026 to Oct 25, outlined.
Median 510(k) review, days · ILY
116in 2017
Receipt to decision; years with fewer than 3 clearances left blank.
Recalls per year · ILY
1in 2025
Class I (0 since 2007) Class II/III not classified
Adverse event reports per year · ILY
17in 2025
MAUDE reports naming product code ILY, not matched to any one device; reports are not rates.
View these four charts as a table
| Year | Decisions | Median 510(k) review, days | Recalls (Class I) | MAUDE reports |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2007 | 10 | 128 | 0 | 24 |
| 2008 | 16 | 165 | 0 | 20 |
| 2009 | 13 | 189 | 0 | 9 |
| 2010 | 8 | 185 | 1 | 7 |
| 2011 | 9 | 198 | 0 | 10 |
| 2012 | 11 | 130 | 3 | 7 |
| 2013 | 9 | 211 | 0 | 8 |
| 2014 | 11 | 153 | 0 | 0 |
| 2015 | 11 | 146 | 0 | 2 |
| 2016 | 8 | 214 | 0 | 2 |
| 2017 | 5 | 116 | 0 | 12 |
| 2018 | 0 | — | 0 | 1 |
| 2019 | 0 | — | 0 | 7 |
| 2020 | 1 | — | 0 | 5 |
| 2021 | 0 | — | 0 | 5 |
| 2022 | 2 | — | 4 | 2 |
| 2023 | 1 | — | 1 | 15 |
| 2024 | 1 | — | 0 | 19 |
| 2025 | 1 | — | 1 | 17 |
| 2026 | 1 | — | 1 | — |
What is it indicated for?
This device is intended to be used for the temporary relief of minor muscle and joint pain and stiffness, the temporary relief of minor joint pain associated with arthritis, the temporary increase in local circulation where applied, and relaxation of muscles. In addition, the lamp may also help muscle spasms, minor sprains and strains, and minor muscular back pain.
Indications for use as stated in the FDA summary.
https://510kreport.com/device/K033035 · printed Nov 4, 2026
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510(k) Report. “K033035: TLC Models Ulk-H and Ult-H Infrared Lamps.” Lineage record from FDA 510(k) data and the FDA summary. Updated Nov 3, 2026. Accessed Nov 4, 2026. https://510kreport.com/device/K033035
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Record history
- FDA decision record loaded May 2, 2026
- Summary read Oct 13, 2026 (extraction version 9eaa42aa01ed)
- Lineage and recalls computed Nov 3, 2026
- Page last updated Nov 3, 2026